Caravan Magazine

A journal of politics and culture

Month: December 2025

Internet Suspended in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong Amid Unrest

The Assam government has suspended mobile internet and data services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong following a serious law and order situation, citing concerns over the spread of rumours and inflammatory content.

H-1B Visa Rule Changes: Why Infosys, TCS and Other IT Stocks Are Under Pressure

Indian IT stocks such as Infosys and TCS are under pressure as markets react to concerns over changes in US H-1B visa rules and their potential impact on costs and staffing.

How AI Ethics Is Transforming Urban Surveillance in India: Business Insights from AS Keshav Selvi

AS Keshav Selvi highlights how ethical AI is transforming urban surveillance in India’s smart cities. Responsible deployment ensures citizen privacy, trust, and efficient city management while enabling advanced, data-driven urban governance.

Volkswagen Sets €160 Billion Investment Course Through 2030 Amid Market Pressures

Volkswagen Sharpens Strategy With €160 Billion Investment Plan Volkswagen Group has outlined a revised long-term investment strategy, committing €160 billion (approximately $186 billion) through 2030, as confirmed by CEO Oliver Blume. The updated plan reflects a more cautious spending approach…

China’s Export Engine Revs Up as Trade Diversification Pays Off

China’s Exports Outperform Expectations as Markets Beyond the U.S. Strengthen China’s export sector showed renewed strength in November, exceeding market forecasts as manufacturers deepened commercial ties with regions outside the United States. The shift reflects China’s long-term strategic response to…

Microsoft Commits $17.5 Billion to Power India’s AI Future

A Landmark Investment Signals India’s Central Role in Global AI In a decisive vote of confidence in India’s digital and economic trajectory, Microsoft has announced a $17.5 billion investment over the next four years, marking the company’s largest investment ever…

India Auto Retail Sales Grow 2.14% YoY in November 2025

Auto retail momentum sustains beyond festive season; PVs, CVs and tractors lead growth Despite a high base effect and the end of the festive buying window, India’s automobile retail sector continued its steady upward trajectory in November 2025. Overall auto…

Govt Clarifies: No Advisory Issued to Halt Clean Energy Funding

Government Dismisses Reports on Clean Energy Funding Freeze The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has firmly denied issuing any advisory directing lenders to pause or halt funding for clean energy projects in India. The clarification, issued on Sunday,…

FPIs Exit ₹11,820 Crore in Early December as Rupee Pressure Mounts

FPIs Extend Selling Streak in December Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulled out ₹11,820 crore from Indian equities during the first week of December, marking a sharp acceleration in capital outflows. The selling comes on the back of a ₹3,765 crore…

DGCA Issues Show-Cause Notice to IndiGo CEO Over Flight Disruptions

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers, asking him to provide a justification within 24 hours on why enforcement action should not be initiated against him. This notice comes in…

Technogym Expands to New Delhi, Boosting India’s Wellness Landscape

Italian wellness and fitness powerhouse Technogym has officially established its new base in New Delhi, signaling its commitment to expanding operations in India. Renowned globally for its premium fitness equipment and digital wellness solutions, Technogym aims to cater to the…

Horizon Industrial Parks Emerges as South India’s Leading Logistics Developer

Horizon Industrial Parks, a flagship entity of Blackstone, has rapidly scaled to become South India’s largest industrial and logistics parks developer. In just four years, the company has established a significant presence, supporting the region’s robust economic growth. Currently, Horizon…